Pastor Led Bible StudyTuesdays at 10 AMPastor Gary Benson leads us in a Bible Study on Books of the Bible, Christian Disciplines, Biblical Characters, Theology, Church History, Contemporary Issues in Society, National and Global Concerns, and Christian Literature. All classes have outline material and ample discussion opportunities. CDs of classes are available. Everyone is welcome! We meet in the Chapel.

Mens Bible StudyThursdays at 8 AM
Open to all men, our Bible Study focuses on various books of the Bible, and is led by various lay leaders. Please come for a time of spiritual growth and good fellowship! We meet in the Chapel.

Women of Minsitry Bible Study First Wednesday of the Month at 9:30Bible study is based on the Gather Magazine.

Beth Moore Bible Study on Daniel Fridays at 9:30 AMLed by Diane Garvey open to everyone, please join us every Friday at 9:30 for 12 weeks in the multi-purpose room to study the book of Daniel.

NEIGHBORHOOD GROUPS

Neighborhood Groups are a great way to connect with other people at American Lutheran Church of Sun City! We encourage you to take advantage of this vital ministry of ALC, and grow in your faith, meet new people, and deepen your spiritual walk by being in fellowship with other believers! Below is the schedule for the month of September.

NEIGHBORHOOD LEADERS
Thank you for staying in communication with us concerning your meeting times and locations. We believe in the importance of community here at ALCSC, and these neighborhood groups are a vital part of the ministry here. Please notify us of any updates, changes, etc. by emailing alcreceptionist@alcsuncity.org by the 10th of each month. Again, thank you.

The Wellness Coordinator is a member of the Care Ministry Team at American Lutheran Church, and is responsible for all ongoing health programs which include Blood Pressure Screenings which occur on the 3rd Sunday of each month. Annual training for CCC/AED. Wednesday Night Alive (WNA) health topic programs. Information for health and home services are available per request per the wellness coordinator.

Cursillo

Chair Person Gloria Gurwell

Cursillo (pronounced ker-SEE-oh) is a three-day learning, sharing inspirational experience of living in a Christian community. The word is Spanish, and is an abbreviation for “A Short Course in Christian Community Living.” During the three-day weekend retreat, a person hears inspiring talks on what it means to be a Christian, and experiences the joy of building and being part of a Christian community. After a Cursillo weekend, the participant is encouraged through The Cursillo Group Reunion to share their enthusiastic faith in Jesus Christ in the areas of prayer, study and action. They will meet in small groups and/or attend regular meetings as a group. Due to construction, a tentative meeting is scheduled sometime in December 2016.

The Stephen Ministry of ALCSC is grounded in Jesus’ command to love one another. Through one-on-one caring relationships, those who are hurting receive the love and care they need to support them.

Stephen Ministers are regular members of our congregation who receive special training to provide Christian care to people in our congregation and community.

To learn how to become – or receive care from – a Stephen Minister, visit with one of our pastors or Stephen Leaders. For more information, just email the above link.

Womens Ministry of ALC

(Formerly WELCA )
All women of the congregation are automatically members of ALC Women's Minsitry. The activities are numerous and varied, there is something to satisfy the interests of each woman in our congregation: Bible discussions, circles, sewing and quilting groups, a mission action group, Lutheran Thrift Shop and special seasonal functions. To enjoy an active ministry here you will want to become involved in the diversity of ALC Women's Minsitry. The ALC Women's Minsitry card table and quilt and craft sales offer great bargains on greeting cards, napkins and other gifts. They are set up during Sunday morning coffee hour and at special gatherings. In November a Bake and Craft sale is held to raise funds for others in need.

American Lutheran Church is blessed with several prayer groups: the Intercessor groups meet weekly during the winter season to pray together and the Prayer Chain members participate by receiving daily email prayer requests. If you have submitted a prayer request, please email Diane Lewis, d.lewis@alcsuncity.org with updates regard-ing the prayer situation so that we know whether to continue praying. We ask that you secure permission before submitting someone’s name and situation for prayer.

GRIEF GROUP

Starting January 9 at 10:00 AM, led by Jo Fletcher - A Grief Group for anyone who has lost a loved one: spouse, child, grandchild, brother, sister, friend, anyone who was dear to you. This is an 8 week session with people who will share some of the grief and difficulties that you have experienced.